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I participated on November 19, but due to the rainy season, the weather was bad and it was high tide, so I could only see the white sand on the seabed. Also, after about 30 minutes of snorkeling, my body got cold and I couldn't enjoy it much. The hamburger was cold, and I wished it had been warmed up a bit more. I think those who will participate in the future should check the weather and low tide before going. Also, since the boat cuts through the wind, a warm jacket is necessary.
11月19日に参加しましたが雨季の為、お天気が悪くしかも満潮でしたので海底の白い砂を見ただけでした。又シュノーケルも30分もすると、身体が冷えてあまり楽しめませんでした。ハンバーガーも冷えていてもう少し温めてほしいと思いました。これから参加される方は、お天気と干潮を調べて出かけると良いと思います。又船上は風を切って走るので、暖かい上着が必要です。
We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon. During that time, we enrolled in Dolphin University.
Although it was quite early in the morning, the sister who came to pick us up was very energetic and talked non-stop for about an hour and a half to the port! We tried to sleep on the bus, but we were captivated by her interesting stories, making for a very enjoyable start to our day! However, it was quite cold on the bus... (><)
Once we boarded, we had fun listening to Hawaiian music while searching for dolphins. The beautiful sea and mountains were breathtaking! It seemed we were lucky that day, as we quickly spotted a pod of dolphins. There were about 30 of them, I think? They swam by swiftly, but for me, who had always dreamed of swimming with dolphins, it was a very precious experience.
There were also many turtles, and we thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling! On the way back to the port, we were treated to cheeseburgers, juice, and snacks. I couldn't eat any, but he said it was delicious and finished my portion too.
In the end, we learned a Hawaiian dance and danced together! It became a very fun memory! Thank you very much!
ハネムーンでハワイへ。
その際にイルカ大学へ入学させていただきました。
朝相当早かったのですが、迎えに来たお姉さんはとても元気で、港までの約1時間半、ずっと話続けておられました!バスで寝ようとしていた私達ですが、お姉さんの面白い話に聞き入り、出だしからとても楽しい時間でした!
ただ、バス内は相当寒かったです…(><)
乗船してからは、楽しくハワイの音楽を聞きながらイルカさんを探します。
綺麗な海と山が絶景です‼
この日は運が良かったようで、スグに群れを見付けることができました。
30頭くらいはいたのではないでしょうか?スーっと泳いでいってしまいますが、イルカと泳ぐことが夢であった私にとって、とても貴重な体験をさせていただきました。
カメさんも沢山いて、シュノーケルも存分に楽しめました!
港までの帰り道は、チーズバーガーやジュース、お菓子までいただきました☆私は食べれなかったのですが、彼は美味しいと私の分までたいらげました(^^)
最後はハワイの踊りを教えてもらってみんなで踊りました!
とても楽しい思い出となりました!
ありがとうございました!
Thank you for participating. We're glad you enjoyed it. We look forward to your next participation!
ご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。お楽しみ頂けて何よりです。またのご参加をお待ちしております!
We had a great time. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. We had a few surprises such as the turtle watching and the snorkeling at the beautiful reef. The food was great and the hot cocoa and beverages were a plus. There was more people than we expected but overall we had a wonderful time. Thank you captain bobs gang ;)
I was worried if the Dinner Plan A course would be okay, but the quality and quantity of the food were wonderful! The selection of wines was also abundant, and the California sparkling wine and Opus One's second label, Overture, made for a fantastic time.
I definitely want to use this again next time.
ディナープランAコースで大丈夫か心配していましたが、料理の内容も量も素晴らしかったです!
ワインの種類も豊富でカルフォルニアのスパークリングと、オーパスのセカンドのオーバーチャーで最高の一時でした。
次回もぜひ利用したいと思います。
I'm always nervous booking something online and it was wonderful when we got off the plane to have our greeter right there in plain site. This was a surprise for our guests traveling with us and was a very nice welcome to Hawaii. The greeter was absolutely lovely but we couldn't understand her because she seemed to speak in a whisper. Maybe our hearing was off from the engine noise of 11 hours flying to get there. I was expecting an orchid lei and instead got the big brown nut lei that looks like chocolate. I guess that's better because it will last forever as a souvenir even though the flowers are much prettier. I would use them again but just ask that the greeter try to speak a little louder.
Although the weather was unfortunately bad on the day, we were able to see many turtles. The plan mentioned a barbecue lunch, but it was actually a cheeseburger.
当日はあいにくの悪天候でしたが、多くの亀を見ることができました。
プランでは、バーベキューランチと書かれていましたが、実際にはチーズバーガーでした。
We were picked up less than a block away from our Waikiki Hotel for an early morning 6:30am tour with a guarantee to return us back to the hotel no later than 2:00 pm. As we had a scheduled 3:00pm pick-up for transportation to the cruise ship pier from our Hotel, the time schedule was critical. The drive showed up right on time in a luxury Tour Bus. We completed the Pearl harbor tour which included the USS Missouri, the USS Arizona, and the city tour and got us back to our hotel with time to spare. Great Service. Would highly recommend.
The day before, there was a once-in-30-years heavy rain, so the sea was murky, but during snorkeling, I was able to see corals and cute little fish, and sea turtles also popped up occasionally, which was enjoyable. However, today, unfortunately, muddy water from the mountains started rushing toward the sandbar, and when I tried to escape, it was already right in front of me, and I ended up getting soaked. My swimsuit got quite dirty, so I wish the guide had told us to get out earlier if they had noticed.
この日は前日が30年に一度の大雨という事で、海が濁ってましたが、シュノーケリングではちゃんとサンゴや可愛い小魚を見ることができましたし、ウミガメもちょいちょい顔出してくれましたので楽しめました。
ただし今日は運悪く山からの泥水がサンドバーに向かって押し寄せてきたので逃げようとしましたが、気付いた時には目の前まで来ていて浸かってしまいました。
これで水着がかなり汚れましたのでガイドさんには気付いていたのであれば早く上がれって言って欲しかったですね。
On November 14th, I participated in the Heaven's Ocean Tour. The ocean in Hawaii is beautiful everywhere, but the sandbar in Kaneohe Bay was exceptional. I was also able to see many sea turtles. When I went snorkeling near the coral reef, a lot of tropical fish came close and ate bread from my hand. The hamburger I had on the boat was also very delicious. Thank you to all the staff!!
11月14日 天国の海ツアーに参加しました。 ハワイはどこも海は綺麗ですが カネオヘ湾のサンドバーは格別でした。 また海ガメも沢山見ることが出来ました。 珊瑚礁の近くでシュノーケリングすると 沢山の熱帯魚が近づいてきて 私の手からパンを食べてくれました。 船上で食べたハンバーガーも大変美味しかったです。スタッフの皆さんありがとうございました!!
It was a shame that it rained heavily halfway through, but the weather is nobody's fault, so it can't be helped! Also, I couldn't understand the explanations in English from the tour guide during the jeep tour with the foreigners... (*_*) However, I was very satisfied with the nature at Kualoa Ranch!
途中から雨がざんざん降ったのが残念でした~
けど、天気は誰のせいでもないのでしょうがないけどね!
あとはジープツアーが外人の方と一緒で搭乗員英語での説明が全然分からなかったのが…(*_*)
クアロア牧場の自然には満足です!
Great food, great show! You are truly catered to and the scenery was breathtaking
The weather wasn't very good, so I couldn't experience much excitement. It was quite cold... It would have been perfect if I could have gone when the weather and tide were at their best...
あまり天気がよくなかったのでそこまで感動は味わえなかった。寒かったくらいで・・・。天気と潮が一番引くタイミングでいけたら最高だったのだろう・・・。
Paul our driver was very informative and told us many stories about the island and showed us so many beautiful places. Shrimp lunch was yummy.
Since I went on a weekday, I was able to ride the slides with hardly any wait. The lunch was also more delicious than I expected, and I ended up going back for seconds multiple times! I want to visit again when I go to Hawaii!
平日に行ったのでスライダーもほぼ並ばずに乗れました。ランチも思った以上に美味しくて何度もおかわりしてしまいました!またハワイに行った際は行きたいです!
Thank you, Eddy.
Eddy様、ありがとうございました。
The Friday night cruise food was very good and the dancers and live band were excellent. It was a fun filled evening with an opportunity to meet new friends from around the globe.
I was very moved because I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles up close. I dove into the sea three times in total. The sea turtles were really close, it was amazing! There were about six of them. There were also many dolphins, and I got to see them jump.
I’m not great at swimming, but I managed. (When diving from the boat, there was pressure because people were waiting behind me, so I jumped in. But it was a bit scary. I ended up drinking a lot of seawater, but I was so moved that I didn’t care, and I floated back up on my own.)
I felt that it was very kind of them to call the hotel in the morning to check if I was awake. Moreover, the voice on the phone was refreshing and reassuring.
The new guide was on their first tour, so good luck to them!
If I had to say one thing, it was disappointing that there was only one paddleboard available, so I couldn’t try it! One group had taken it over. The hamburger was delicious, and I also enjoyed the potato chips. There were no fruits available.
イルカも海ガメもどちらも間近で見ることができたのでとても感動しました。計3回海にダイブ。海ガメは本当に間近にいてすごすぎです!6匹ぐらいいました。イルカもたくさんいてジャンプも見れました。
私は泳ぐとこが苦手でしたがなんとかなります。(船からのダイブは後ろに待っている人がいるのでプッレシャーで飛び込めました。でもちょっと怖い。海水も飲みまくりでしたが、感動でどうでもよくなりますし勝手に浮いてきます)
朝ホテルに電話を入れてくれて起きているか確認してくれる所もとても親切だなと感じました。しかもその電話の声がさわやかで安心します。
新人のガイドさんが初ガイドということでした、頑張って下さい!
1つ言うならば、パドルサーフィンが1個しかなかったのでできなかったことが残念!1組が占領していました。ハンバーガーも美味しかったですし、ポテトチップスも美味しくいただきました。フルーツはありませんでした。
I was able to see sea turtles up close in an unreal space, and I had a great time with the friendly staff! Thank you very much! If I have the chance, I would like to visit again.
非現実的な空間でウミガメも近くで見ることが出来たうえ、気さくなスタッフの方と一緒に楽しい時間が過ごせました!ありがとうございました!
また機会がありましたら、リピしたいと思います。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. I'm really glad to hear you enjoyed the tour. I'm looking forward to your return visit! Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
ツアー楽しんで頂けて本当に嬉しいです。リピ今から楽しみにお待ちしてます。マハロ!
I participated with a friend. I wanted to see wild dolphins, and I was truly moved not only by the dolphins but also by encountering sea turtles. We offered songs and flowers from the boat, wishing for safety, and then headed straight into the sea. Since we had experience with diving and snorkeling in Japan, we didn't have any particular issues. During the first dive, we only caught a glimpse of the dolphins for a moment, but during the second dive, after moving to a different spot, we were able to see a sea turtle up close, and there were about 15 dolphins swimming in a pod! On the boat, we enjoyed freshly grilled burgers, got dolphin tattoos, and the cheerful crew even danced the hula, making for an incredibly fun time. They also provided free drinking water, which I thought was a great way to prepare for the surprisingly exhausting snorkeling that left us thirsty.
On the way back, the bus had a temporary breakdown and took about an hour to repair before we could set off again. However, thanks to the staff member Mai, who kept us entertained with conversation until we reached our hotel in Honolulu, we managed to get there without too much trouble. I was a bit scared that the bus might break down again along the way, but now it’s a good memory.
This tour became the highlight of my trip. While luck seems to play a part, I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to meet wild dolphins!
友人と二人で参加しました。
野生のイルカを見たい!と思って参加しましたがイルカだけでなくウミガメにも出会えて本当に感動しました。
船上から安全を願って歌と花をささげ早速海へ。私たちはダイビングやシュノーケルを日本でやったことがあったので特に問題なかったです。1回目はほんの一瞬イルカが見えただけでしたが少し場所を移動した2回目はすぐ近くでウミガメを見ることができましたし、イルカも群れで15頭ほどいました♪船上ではその場で焼いたバーガーを食べたり、イルカのタトゥーを貼ってもらったり、そして愉快なクルーがフラを踊ってくれたりとテンション上がりまくりでとっても楽しい時間を過ごせました。自由に飲めるお水も置いてあり意外と体力を消耗し喉も渇くシュノーケルへの対策がなされていると思いました。
帰りのバスが一時故障し1時間ほど修理をし、再出発するというトラブルがありましたが、スタッフのマイさんがホノルルのホテルに着くまで話をして気を紛らわせて下さったお陰でなんとかホテルまで着きました。バスが途中でダメにならないかと怖い思いをしましたが、今となってはいい思い出です。
このツアーは今回の旅の中で一番の思い出になりました。運もあるようですが野生のイルカに会いたいは方にはオススメです‼︎
The morning plan was unfortunate due to the weather. The wind was strong, and the sandbar was only about knee-deep, making it quite cold. I wanted to see turtles, but for some reason, I encountered a manta ray instead. It was so cold that I gave up on diving into the sea. The weather improved in the afternoon...
午前中のプランであいにくの天気
風も強くサンドバーもももくらいまでの深さでとにかく寒い
亀を見たかったが、何故かマンタに遭遇
寒くて海に潜るのも断念
その日は午後から良い天気になった…
My fiancé and I went on the Snorkel and Sunset cruise the second week of November. The bus pick-up was extremely easy and allowed for worry-free drinks on the cruise.
The cruise was spectacular. The orientation was clear and made us both feel comfortable. The snorkel spot selected was stunning and quite safe feeling. We saw many tropical fish and even had a ray breeze past! We spotted a humpback whale breaching and so the captain took us on over for a closer look.
The Kalua pork was tasty for dinner and the crew went out of their way to make sure we were all satisfied. We were treated to a beautiful sunset and leisurely cruise back to harbor.
Snorkeling at Angel's Sea's coral reef was amazing because I got to swim with a sea turtle. Before getting on the boat, it was raining and the weather was bad, but it cleared up before we boarded, which was great. Angel's Sea is really shallow and the water is beautiful. However, it was disappointing that there weren't many fish. It's a gentle course for beginners since you can practice snorkeling.
The next coral reef was deeper offshore, which might be a bit intimidating at first, but wearing a life jacket ensures you won't sink, so it's reassuring. Since the sun wasn't shining, it was hard to see the coral from the surface. Once you enter the coral reef, it gets shallower, which increases your sense of security, but be careful not to touch the bottom as it can cause environmental damage. The rule is to swim around the coral reef. There were plenty of fish, and I saw a sea turtle swimming as well, which was really nice. By chance, a sea turtle was right below me, and I was able to swim with it, which was the highlight of the experience.
天使の海のサンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングで、ウミガメと一緒に泳げたので、最高です。
ボートにに乗る前は、雨が降って天気が悪かったのですが、乗る前には天気も回復したので、良かったです。
天使の海は、本当に浅瀬で海はきれいです。ただ、魚がいないので残念でした。
シュノーケリングの練習もできるので、初心者には優しいコースです。
次のサンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングは、、沖合で海底が深く、ちょっと慣れないとしり込みしますが、ライフジャケットを着ていたら、絶対に沈まないので安心です。
日が差していなかったので、サンゴの場所が海面からでは分かりずらかったのです。
サンゴ礁に入ったら、浅くなるので安心感が増すのですが、足を着いたら自然破壊になるので、要注意です。
サンゴ礁の周りを泳ぐのがルール。
魚も沢山いたし、ウミガメも泳いでいましたので、とても良かったです。
偶然に、ウミガメが真下にいて、一緒に泳ぐことができたので、最高でした。
I was finally able to go to the Angel's Sea that I had wanted to visit for a long time, and I saw a lot of fish while snorkeling! The water level at the sandbar was higher than I had imagined, but I understood that it can vary due to different conditions. I was able to go and come back quickly, so I enjoyed plenty of time in Hawaii in the afternoon! The staff were cheerful and interesting people, and even though it was a short time, I had a great time!
ずっと行きたかった天使の海に行けて、シュノーケルでたくさんの魚が見れました♡
サンドバーでは想像していたより水位が高かったですが、いろいろな条件が重なってできるものだと聞いて納得!
サクッと行ってサクッと帰れたので午後もたっぷりハワイを楽しめました!スタッフの方も明るく、おもしろい人たちで短い時間でしたが楽しめました( ˙▿︎˙ )/
I'm going to the location by rental car, but I don't want to wait in line at the ticket office, so I always make sure to purchase my tickets in advance. I go every year, so I will definitely use it again next year.
レンタカーで現地まで行くのですがチケットオフィスに並びたくないので必ず前もって購入してから行っています。毎年必ず行くので来年も使わせていただきます。
Thank you, Yuyu, for visiting us every year.
Yuyu様、毎年お越しいただいているとの事、ありがとうございます。
There were many exciting attractions, and I had a great time screaming with joy! I opted for the all-you-can-eat plan, but I think it might be better to buy food on-site. The sun was strong, so it might be a good idea to get drinks as well. It wasn't too crowded, probably because it was the day after Veterans Day, so I was satisfied that I could enjoy without waiting in long lines!
エキサイティングなアトラクションが沢山あり、ギャーギャー言いながら楽しめました!
食べ放題プランにしましたが、現地で買って食べた方が良いかな?と思います。
陽射しが強くて飲み物はつけても良いかもしれません。
ベテランズデーの次の日だったのかあまり混んでもいなく、そこまで並ばずに遊べて満足です!
At first, we took photos at the sandbar. It was a bit windy and cold at that time, but snorkeling was incredibly beautiful and fun. When I dove into the sea, there were many small and beautiful fish swimming around, and I was able to see several turtles as well. I'm not a strong swimmer, but while swimming and enjoying the scenery underwater, time flew by! I'm really glad I did it!
最初、サンドバーで写真撮影をしました。
そのときは風もあり、寒かったのですが、シュノーケリングが非常にきれいで楽しかったです。
海に潜るとテレビで見たような小さくてきれいな魚がたくさん泳いでいて、亀も何頭か見ることが出来ました。
泳ぎは得意ではありませんが、海の中の景色を見ながら泳いでいるとあっという間でした!
本当にやって良かったです!
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. I was truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the snorkeling experience you bravely took on. It was really lucky that you encountered a turtle as well. In this tour, we ensure that beginner snorkelers practice properly from how to wear the mask so they can enjoy themselves. Everyone, please do give it a try within your comfort zone. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございます。
思い切って挑戦して頂いたシュノーケリングを楽しんで頂けたとお聞きして本当に嬉しくなりました。
カメにも遭遇出来たなんて本当にラッキーでしたね。
このツアーではシュノーケル初心者のお客様の為にマスクの付け方らからしっかり練習して楽しんで頂いてます。
皆さんもせひ!無理のない範囲で挑戦してみて下さいね。マハロ!
I participated in June.
I was worried about the weather, but I was able to see the beautiful sea.
However, I was disappointed that the sandbar had water up to my calves, which was not what I expected...
The Japanese female staff member was very cheerful and kind, and she took various shots with the camera, which I really appreciated!
It was my first time snorkeling, but they provided all the necessary equipment and taught me how to use it, so I felt safe diving.
Honestly, I wasn't expecting much from the food, but the hamburgers grilled on the spot were very delicious.
I definitely want to participate again!! Thank you very much!!
I recommend bringing a towel or hoodie, as it gets very cold after coming out of the sea.
6月に参加しました。
天気が心配でしたが、キレイな海を見ることが出来ました。
ただ、期待していたサンドバーはふくらはぎぐらいまで水位があって残念でしたが、、、
日本人スタッフの女性がとても明るく親切で、カメラも色んなショットを撮ってくださり
心遣いがとっても嬉しかったです!
シュノーケルも初めてでしたが、道具一式が揃っていて、使い方も教えてくれるので
安心して潜ることが出来ました。
正直、ご飯は期待していなかったのですが、その場でグリルしてくれるハンバーガーは
とっても美味しかったです。
ぜひまた参加したいと思います!!ありがとうございました!!
海からあがるととても冷えるのでタオルやパーカーを持参することをおススメします。
We were greeted at our hotel by a Cruise rep and his trainee who had a wonderful smile. We were taken to our boat and directed to our seats by a wonderful staff who all greeted us with the traditional "Aloha". The Cruise rep and his trainee (Smiley) cited on our table with tremendous professionalism and friendliness making our cruise very pleasant. The food was perfect for this cruise and everything was brought to our table in perfect order. The floor show was spectacular and it was fun seeing the traditions of dance and music. We started off during daylight and cruised the beautiful skyline of Waikiki Beach and Honolulu in the dark. Everyone had a chance to spend time outside on several different viewing areas. This was a great dinner cruise and we highly recommend it to people of all ages.
I thought it would have been better to check the weather before participating since it was bad. The sandwiches on the boat were delicious!! I expected to see quite a few sea turtles, but I was a bit disappointed as I only saw them occasionally. Please bring a jacket or a bath towel for the return bus, as it can be cold.
天気が悪かったので天気を調べてから参加したら良かったと思いました(^◇^;)
船の上でのサンドイッチは美味しかったです!!
海ガメも結構見れると思ってたんですが、時々しか見れず少し残念でした(^◇^;)
帰りのバスは寒いので上着やバスタオルを持って行って下さい◡̈
It was rainy, but only in the morning, and I enjoyed it enough. The guide was very entertaining. During snorkeling, I saw many swimming fish.
雨だっだが、午前中のみでしたが、十分楽しめました。付き添い(添乗員)のお姉さんが、とってもおもしろかったです。シュノーケルでは、たくさんの泳いでる魚が、見えました。
This was my first time in Hawaii for our honeymoon. My husband wanted to go snorkeling, so we chose this tour where we could swim with dolphins and enjoy snorkeling as well.
First, we were given flowers and had a touching moment of prayer together as we faced the sea. The main dolphin watching part was a bit intense; as soon as we arrived at the spot, we had to jump into the cold water without any warm-up or getting used to it, which made me a bit worried about having a heart attack! The experience of swimming with dolphins was different from what I imagined; instead of leisurely swimming alongside them, it felt more like a hurried attempt to catch a glimpse of the dolphins swimming below us while snorkeling. Since the dolphins are wild animals, it wasn't the relaxing experience I had hoped for.
The dolphin watching was over in an instant, and since some people didn't get to see them, we had a total of two watching sessions, but it felt like we were only in the water for about five minutes, which honestly left me wanting more. After that, we returned to the boat, but it was quite cold with the sea breeze, making it really uncomfortable until we reached the next snorkeling spot. I highly recommend wearing a thick hoodie and bringing a large towel.
The snorkeling afterward was satisfying because we got to see sea turtles up close, which was different from the main dolphin watching. However, the snorkeling time was relatively short, and it felt like it was over before we knew it. It wasn't a leisurely experience but more of a quick taste of it. After returning to the boat, we had a lunch that was labeled as BBQ, which turned out to be cheeseburgers. I had seen reviews about this beforehand, so I was prepared, but those expecting a BBQ might feel a bit misled. The taste was good, though.
Afterward, we enjoyed dancing the hula and taking photos, which was fun. However, in the covered area at the back, the deck leading to the second floor obstructed the view, and there was a noticeable difference in enthusiasm between the guests in front and those behind. Since we were seated at the back, I think some adjustments could be made for better visibility for everyone.
▼ Points of Concern
- The BBQ was misleading since I had an image of grilled meat; the cheeseburger label could cause confusion.
- Water was leaking from the air conditioning in the shuttle bus, soaking some guests.
- The photo data was quite expensive.
- The small boat made it feel like we had to be considerate of others during the move, and depending on the seat, the stairs blocked the view and sound of staff explanations and dances.
- There were no napkins or tissues provided for wiping hands after eating burgers and chips, which made things a bit difficult and the seats tended to get dirty.
- There was little consideration for those feeling cold or seasick; it would have been nice to have some towels or something prepared.
▼ Positive Aspects
- The moment of throwing flowers during the prayer was romantic.
- We got to see sea turtles up close.
- The music on the boat was lively.
- The temporary tattoo stickers were a nice touch.
For those who have participated in other tours or are of a more mature age, you might notice some issues with the facilities, timing, and service. If this were a monitor tour price, I would be satisfied, but at the regular price, I would like to see a bit more in terms of quality and time allocation.
I may have been a bit critical, but I’m really glad I was able to participate.
ハネムーンで初のハワイでした。旦那さんがシュノーケリングをしたいとの事で、イルカと泳げてシュノーケルも楽しめるこちらのツアーにしました。
まずお花を配られて海に向かって皆でのお祈りの時間は感動しました♪
メインのイルカウォッチングは、イルカがいる地点に着くと「今からすぐ行くよ!」という感じでそれまで一切準備運動や水に触れる事なくイキナリ冷たい海に飛び込まないといけないので、ちょっと心臓発作にならないか心配になりました;
メインのイルカと泳ぐツアーは少し想像と違っていて、イルカと泳ぐというよりはシュノーケルで真下を泳ぐイルカを急いで見る!みたいな少しせわしないものでした笑
イルカは野生で自然の生き物ですから、ゆっくり横で見れる~という感じではないのでもともとの私のイメージが少し期待しすぎたかもしれません^^;
イルカウォッチングは一瞬で終わってしまい、見れない方がいたので合計2回のウォッチングとなりましたが、海にいたのはものの5分程度?と思う程短かったので1回だけでは正直かなり物足りなかった気がします。。
その後船に戻りましたが、海風もあってかなり寒く……。次のシュノーケルの地点まで本当に寒くてツライ位でした;
参加される方はしっかり厚手のパーカと大き目のバスタオルは必須です。
その後のシュノーケリングは、メインのイルカウォッチングと違って海ガメを近くで見ながら泳ぐ事が出来て満足です♪
ただ、こちらもシュノーケルの時間が割と短く、もう終わりか~という感じでした。
ゆっくり楽しんだ!という時間ではなく、ちょっと体験!みたいな時間ですね。
船に戻ってからは、BBQという名のチーズバーガーの昼食時間。
BBQの件は事前に口コミを見ていたので、了承済みですがBBQと思って参加される方は「これだけ?」となると思いますので少し過大表記しすぎかと…。
味はおいしいです。
その後は帰りまでフラを踊ったり、写真を撮ったりと盛り上げてくれるのは楽しかったです。
が、奥の屋根付きの所だと二階へのデッキが邪魔で全然見えず、前の客と後の客の温度差が…笑
こちらも奥の座席だったのでちょっと、もう少し皆がみやすい様に工夫が必要かと思います。
▼気になった点
・BBQは、焼き肉のイメージを持つのでチーズバーガーという表記が誤解がないのでは?
・送迎バスのクーラーから水が漏れていて、お客さんにすごい水掛かっていた
・写真データがあまりに高い
・小ぶりの船で、移動には他の人に気を使う感じだったのと、席によっては階段が邪魔でスタッフの説明やダンスなどが見えない&聞こえない
・ハンバーガーやポテトチップスを食べるが手をふくものやティッシュもなく(数人に配ったら途中でなくなっちゃった、ごめんね~という感じ)ちょっと大変&席が汚れがち
・さむがっている人や酔っている人には特に配慮がない(数枚でもタオルや何か用意していてもいいかな)
▼よかった点
・お祈りの時間で花を投げたのがロマンチック
・海ガメが近くで見れた
・海での音楽で盛り上がった
・タトゥーシールがちょっとうれしい
他のツアーなどに参加された経験のある方や割と大人の年齢の方だと設備面や時間、対応などが少し目につく所があると思います。モニターツアーでの価格なら納得♪ですが、正規の料金だともう少し充実度(時間の幅取り)がほしいかなと思います。
少し辛口でしたが、参加できたことはすごく良かったです。